Cheese Shop/Murray’S Cheese

Job Summary

Join Kroger as a Cheese Shop/Murray’s Cheese associate in Orion, Oakland County, US. This role blends cheese expertise, customer interaction, and merchandising to deliver the signature Murray’s Cheese experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Learn and support the full‑service Murray’s Cheese concept, showcasing deep product knowledge and food passion.
• Collaborate closely with the in‑store Murray’s Cheese Master to create a theatrical, engaging retail environment.
• Provide personalized, interactive customer service, offering tasting recommendations and pairing advice.
• Maintain industry‑leading merchandising standards, ensuring displays are attractive, organized, and stocked.
• Uphold Kroger’s core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, and inclusion in all interactions.
• Assist with inventory management, receiving shipments, and conducting regular stock checks.
• Participate in training sessions, cheese tastings, and community events to promote the brand.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Passion for food and cheese with a willingness to develop expertise.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced retail environment and handle multiple tasks.
• Previous retail or specialty food experience is a plus, but not required.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary: $79,978.30 annually (fixed). Competitive benefits package includes health, dental, vision, paid time off, and employee discounts.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does a Cheese Shop/Murray’s Cheese associate do?

You provide expert cheese knowledge, interactive customer service, and maintain high‑standard merchandising while supporting the Murray’s Cheese experience.

Do I need prior cheese experience?

Prior experience is helpful but not required; Kroger offers training to develop the necessary cheese expertise.

What are the work hours?

The role requires flexibility, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, to match store operating hours.